Events
The Memory of Tomorrow: Everyday Memory Slips, Why They Happen, and How to Support Them
Why do we sometimes forget to take our medication, return a phone call, or bring something we meant…
State 4-H Awards Banquet
Celebrate our state award winners!Celebrate our state award winners!
The Illinois 4-H Awards and Scholarship program honors an amazing group of young people who have made 4-H and their…
Houseplant Swap
Who: Adults, families interested in plants
When: 10 a…
Peas, Beans, and Cucumbers
Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards?
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Gardening on a Budget
Starting a container garden can benefit your budget and be a fruitful hobby that satisfies your taste buds. Learn about…
Land Leasing Basics
Leasing farmland is so commonplace that landowners, farmers, and ranchers may only think about the lease itself once things go wrong. Prevent…
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State 4-H Horse Bowl, Horse Speaking, and Hippology Contests
Registration is open!The 2026 State Horse Contest dates are set! Contest rules and entry information are now available on the State 4-H website.
The 4-H state horse judging…
Zucchini, Summer Squash, and Herbs
Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards?
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Business Succession for a Strong Rural Community: Worker Co‑ops as a Transition Strategy
Rural communities across the country are facing a growing succession crisis as long‑time business…
State 4-H: The Art of Coping
Registration is open!As the school year ramps up and finals approach, this FREE 4-H virtual workshop gives youth a chance to pause, reset, and build practical stress management skills. Through…